Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX30V side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX710 HS has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 35 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.38″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries). Sony HX30V has external dimensions of 107 x 62 x 35 mm (4.21 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 254 g (0.56 lb / 8.96 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and the Sony HX30V. Sony HX30V is 6mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Canon SX710 HS but they have the same thickness of 35mm.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX30V.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX30V.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Sony HX30V is 15g lighter than the Canon SX710 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX710 HS nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX710 HS and Sony HX30V's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.